Job Title:
Procurement Specialist
Reporting to:
Procurement Manager
Purpose of the job:
The Key requirement of this role is to ensure that the business has the correct goods and services available to meet the site production plans (including TAR and maintenance) and Capex portfolio supplied at the optimal value. Accountability for the strategic development, negotiation, delivery, and ongoing management of key third-party goods and services.
Environment/Context:
Lead negotiator for services and technical procurement agreements. Direct contracts responsibility – approx. £5M. Departments suppliers – Approx 650. Approximate Department spend - £250M inc Capital Projects, Normal Maintenance & TAR’s. Contract Relationship manager for Key suppliers to the Hull Site.
Accountabilities of the job:
1. Deputise for Procurement Manager when necessary.
2. Commercial Management of key site agreements.
3. Network with the global procurement organisation to maximise group leverage possibilities.
4. Ensure that security of supply for goods and services is maintained safely, to the correct technical specification and on schedule to meet operational requirements.
5. Provide expert advice on procurement related risks, including in-depth market knowledge both commercial and technical to all procurement customers.
6. Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure best commercial terms for the business.
7. Identify and recommend new suppliers to the business that can offer a commercial or technical advantage to mitigate project or asset schedule risk.
Dimensions:
Supervision of staff: Direct 0, Indirect 0, Total 0.
Main contacts:
Site Procurement Manager - Multiple Daily, propose recommendation of strategies. Snr Technical Authorities - Weekly, Specification Clarifications. Hull Leadership team members - Weekly, establish demands proposals. Key Account Managers - Daily, governance of contracts.
Required profile:
Technical Skills:
MCIPS qualified or equivalent chartered membership or QS qualifications. Previous procurement or quantified surveyor (10+ Years) experience in a large complex manufacturing environment, dealing with contract negotiation and management desirable. Strong IT skills including Excel, Word, SAP & database analysis would be advantageous. Identification of total cost ownership. Knowledge and understanding of the NAECI (“the blue book”). Deep understanding of the cost drivers on contracts to demonstrate transparency and overall value. Expert, advanced negotiation skills and techniques. Sound understanding of company policies, site safety standards, and legislation is an advantage. Experience in supporting capital project activities. Awareness of logistical / haulage agreements.
Behavioural Skills:
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills and the ability to build relevant relationships and networks. Self-starter working effectively in ad hoc multi-disciplinary teams, providing the team direction and focus to achieve overall objectives. Strong organisational skills and the ability to react quickly and work to tight deadlines. Ability to drive performance and positively influence other stakeholders outside of the line to achieve positive results. Experience in streamlining and optimizing existing processes (Continuous improvement). Ability to test and challenge outside of the norm.
Performance indicators:
Ensure goods and services are delivered/performed as per the specification in a timely manner, within quality requirements and cost. Delivery of financial cost avoidance and sustainable cost savings as per the business plan. Identification of supply risks and effective mitigation to ensure continuity of supply to the business. Contributing to gaining a forward-looking plan regarding the needs of the Manufacturing and technology teams.
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